
3115-15. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs (Multimedia system)
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Audio system
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)n
MP3, WMA an d AAC files
MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER3) is a standard audio compression format.
Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size by using
MP3 compression.
WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a  Microsoft audio compression format.
This format compresses audio data to a size smaller than that of the MP3 for-
mat.
AAC is short for Advanced Audio Coding and refers to an audio compression
technology standard used with MPEG2 and MPEG4.
MP3, WMA and AAC file and media/formats compatibility are limited.
l MP3 file compatibility
• Compatible standards 
MP3 (MPEG1 LAYER3, MPEG2 LSF LAYER3)
• Compatible sampling frequencies  MPEG1 LAYER3: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz) 
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR)  MPEG1 LAYER3: 32-320 (kbps) 
MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 8-160 (kbps)
• Compatible channel modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel and mon- aural
l WMA file compatibility
• Compatible standards 
WMA Ver. 7, 8, 9
• Compatible sampling frequencies  32, 44.1, 48 (kHz)
• Compatible bit rates (only compatible with 2-channel playback) 
Ver. 7, 8: CBR 48-192 (kbps) 
Ver. 9: CBR 48-320 (kbps) 

3135-15. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs (Multimedia system)
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Audio system
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)l
ID3, WMA and AAC tags
ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the track
title, artist name, etc.
The system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3 ID3 tags.
(The number of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and 1.1.)
WMA tags can be added to WMA files, making it possible to record the
track title and artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags.
AAC tags can be added to AAC files, making it possible to record the track
title and artist name in the same way as with ID3 tags.
l MP3, WMA and AAC playback
When a disc containing MP3, WMA or AAC files is inserted, all files on the
disc are first checked. Once the file check is finished, the first MP3, WMA or
AAC file is played. To make the file check finish more quickly, we recom-
mend you do not write any files to the disc other than MP3, WMA or AAC
files or create any unnecessary folders.
Discs that contain a mixture of music data and MP3, WMA or AAC format
data cannot be played.
l Extensions
If the file extensions .mp3, .wma and .m4a are used for files other than
MP3, WMA and AAC files, they may be mistakenly recognized and played
as MP3, WMA and AAC files. This may result in large amounts of interfer-
ence and damage to the speakers.
l Playback
• To play MP3 files with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit
rate of at least 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.
• CD-R or CD-RW playback may not be possible in some instances, depending on the characteristics of the disc.
• There is a wide variety of freeware and other encoding software for MP3, WMA and AAC files on the market, and depending on the status of the
encoding and the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start of
playback may result. In some cases, playback may not be possible at all.\
• When files other than MP3, WMA or AAC files are recorded on a disc, it may take more time to recognize the disc and in some cases, playback
may not be possible at all.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are the registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries. 

3215-16. Using an external device (Multimedia system)
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Audio system
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nUSB memory functions
lDepending on the USB memory device that is connected to the system, the
device itself may not be operable and certain functions may not be avail-
able. If the device is inoperable or a function is unavailable due to a mal-
function (as opposed to a system specification), disconnecting the device
and reconnecting it may resolve the problem.
l If the USB memory device still does not begin operation after being discon-
nected and reconnected, format the memory.
n Error messages for USB memory
n USB memory
lCompatible devices
USB memory device that can be used for MP3, WMA and AAC playback.
l Compatible device formats
The following device format can be used:
• USB communication format: USB2.0 HS (Mbps) and FS (12 Mbps)
• File system format: FAT16/32 (Windows)
• Correspondence class: Mass storage class 
MP3, WMA and AAC files written to a device with any format other than
those listed above may not play correctly, and their file names and folder
names may not be displayed correctly.
Items related to standards and limitations are as follows:
• Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels
• Maximum number of folders in a device: 3000 (including the root)
• Maximum number of files in a device: 9999
• Maximum number of files per folder: 255
l MP3, WMA and AAC files
MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER 3) is a standard audio compression format. 
Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size usi\
ng
MP3 compression.
WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a Mi crosoft audio compression format. This
format compresses audio data to a size smaller than that of the MP3 format. 
AAC is short for Advanced Audio Coding and refers to an audio compression
technology standard used with MPEG2 and MPEG4.
MP3, WMA and AAC file and media/formats compatibility are limited.
MessageCause/Correction procedures
“Connection error. Please
consult your Owner’s Man-
ual for instructions on how
to connect the USB device.” 
This indicates a problem with the USB mem-
ory device or its connection.
“No music files found.”This indicates that no MP3/WMA/AAC files
are included on the USB memory device. 

3235-16. Using an external device (Multimedia system)
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Audio system
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)l
MP3, WMA and AAC playback
• When a device containing MP3, WMA and AAC files is connected, all
files in the USB memory device are checked. Once the file check is fin-
ished, the first MP3, WMA and AAC file is played. To make the file check
finish more quickly, we recommend that you do not include any files other
than MP3, WMA and AAC files or create any unnecessary folders.
• When a USB memory device is connected and the audio source is
changed to USB memory mode, the USB memory device will start play-
ing the first file in the first folder. If the same device is removed and
reconnected (and the con- tents have not been changed), the USB mem-
ory device will resume play from the same point in which it was last used.
l Extensions
If the file extensions .mp3, .wma and .m4a are used for files other than
MP3, WMA and AAC files, they will be skipped (not played).
l Playback
• To play MP3 files with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit
rate of at least 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.
• There is a wide variety of freeware and other encoding software for MP3, WMA and AAC files on the market, and depending on the status of the
encoding and the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start of
playback may result. In some cases, playback may not be possible at all.\
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are the registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
CAUTION
nWhile driving
Do not connect a USB memory device or operate the device controls.
NOTICE
nTo prevent damage to the USB memory device or its terminals
lDo not leave the USB memory device in the vehicle. The temperature
inside the vehicle may become high, resulting in damage to the USB
memory device.
l Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the USB memory
device while it is connected.
l Do not insert foreign objects into the port. 

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5-20.Bluetooth® (Multimedia system)
nWhen using the Bluetooth® audio system
l In the following conditions, the system may not function.
• If the portable audio player is turned off
• If the portable audio player is not connected
• If the portable audio player’s battery is low
l There may be a delay if a cellular phone connection is made during
Bluetooth
® audio play.
l Depending on the type of portable audio player that is connected to the sys-
tem, operation may differ slightly and certain functions may not be available.
n When using the hands-free system
lThe multimedia system is muted when making a call.
l If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
l If the received call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard. 
If the Bluetooth
® phone is too close to the system, quality of the sound may
deteriorate and connection status may deteriorate.
l In the following circumstances, it may be difficult to hear the other party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
• If a roof or window is open
• If the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• If there is interference from the network of the cellular phone
n Conditions under which th e system will not operate
l If using a cellular phone that does not support Bluetooth
®
lIf the cellular phone is turned off
l If you are outside of cellular phone service coverage
l If the cellular phone is not connected
l If the cellular phone’s battery is low
l When outgoing calls are controlled, due to heavy traffic on telephone lines,
etc.
l When the cellular phone itself cannot be used
l When transferring contact data from the cellular phone
Bluetooth® 

3825-21. Using the voice command system (Multimedia system)
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)• Spoken too quickly.
• Spoken at a low or high volume.
• The roof or windows are open.
• Passengers are talking while voice commands are spoken.
• The air conditioning speed is set high.
• The air conditioning vents are turned towards the microphone.
l In the following conditions, the system may not recognize the command
properly and using voice commands may not be possible:
• The command is incorrect or unclear. Note that certain words, accents or
speech patterns may be difficult for the system to recognize.
• There is excessive background noise, such as wind noise.
Due to natural language speech recognition technology, this system
enables recognition of a command when spoken naturally. However,
the system cannot recognize ev ery variation of each command.
In some situations, it is possibl e to omit the command for the proce-
dure and directly state the desired operation.
Not all voice commands are displayed in the short cut menu.
This function is available in English, Spanish and French.
nExpression examples for each function
Casual speech recognization
CommandExpression examples
“Call (name)
(type)”Get me (Robert Brown).
I need to call (Robert Brown) at (Work) right away.
“Dial (number)”Please dial the number (3334445555).
Ring (3334445555). 

3876-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)n
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press  .
The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recir-
culated air mode (indicator on) each time   is pressed.
n
Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win-
dows.
Set the air outlet selector dial to the   position.
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to outside air mode if the
recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow and
temperature up.
Vehicles with the air conditioning  system: If the dehumidification
function is not operating, pres s   to operate the dehumidifica-
tion function.
nDefogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Vehicles without outside rear view mirror defoggers
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.
Vehicles with outside rear view mirror defoggers
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.
Other functions 

3906-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
nFor quick cooling (vehicles  with air conditioning system)
Turn the   dial to the “MAX A/C” position and select the recirculated air
mode.
n Fogging up of the windows
lVehicles with the   button: The windows will easily fog up when the
humidity in the vehicle is high. Turning   on will dehumidify the air from
the outlets and defog the windshield effectively.
l Vehicles with the   button: If you turn   off, the windows may fog
up more easily.
l The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
n Outside/recirculated air mode
When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effective
in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During cooling
operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior
effectively.
n When the outside temperature is  low (vehicles with the   button)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when
  is pressed.
n Ventilation and air conditioning odors
lTo let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
l During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
l To reduce potential odors from occurring: 
It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
n Air conditioning filter
P. 467